Easy Homemade Pesto

Pesto is a classic Italian sauce made with fresh basil. Toss it with pasta, spread it on sandwiches, or spoon it over grilled vegetables.

Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh basil leaves
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 cup walnuts, almonds, or pine nuts
• 3/4 cup olive oil
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Add the basil, garlic, lemon juice, and nuts to a food processor or blender.
2. Pulse until finely chopped.
3. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while blending.
4. Add the Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper.
5. Blend until smooth and serve with pasta, vegetables, sandwiches, or crackers.

Serve over pasta, spread on sandwiches, or drizzle over roasted vegetables.